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spicy meat and beans

Chili Con Carne

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 can opener

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 500 grams ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 400 grams canned chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 400 grams canned kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 400 grams canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add chopped red and green bell peppers and cook until softened.
  • Increase heat to high and add ground beef, cooking until browned.
  • Reduce heat to medium and stir in cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pour in canned chopped tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring to combine.
  • Add kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth, mixing well.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro.
  • Let the chili rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can prepare the chili a day in advance and reheat it before serving, as the flavors tend to meld and intensify overnight. Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more chili powder or incorporating fresh chilies based on your preference. Serving with cornbread or a side of rice can complement the dish nicely.
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